1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 204 kg more than 1966 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 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Publica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
