1969 Toyota Publica vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 36 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 790 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Alto (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Publica weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 1969 Toyota Publica (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Publica | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Publica | Alto |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 790 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
