1969 Toyota Publica vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 39 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 734 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 1969 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Publica | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 790 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
