1969 Toyota Publica vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Publica | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Publica | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 790 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
