1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Nissan Skyline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 302 kg more than 1969 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 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Publica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2170 mm |
