1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1005 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Publica |
Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |