1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Hyundai Pony is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 250 kg more than 1962 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, 1974 Hyundai Pony (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Hyundai Pony | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Pony | Publica |
Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |