1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Sedan 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 990 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sedan | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2140 mm |
