1969 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 41 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 927 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 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Publica | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Publica | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 790 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
