1969 Toyota Publica vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan is newer by 40 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Logan weights approximately 602 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, 2009 Renault Logan, 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, 2009 Renault Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Publica | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Publica | Logan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 790 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
