1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 400 kg more than 1964 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 Nissan Skyline (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Skyline | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2140 mm |
