1970 Holden Torana vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1970 Holden Torana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Torana weights approximately 446 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Holden Torana (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | Publica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2140 mm |
