1972 Toyota Publica vs. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 953 kg more than 1972 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Publica | 2006 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Publica | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2910 mm |
