1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,918 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1971 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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (126 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 1609 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1918 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |
