1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 9 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Biscayne | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
