1978 Renault 4 vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Renault 4 (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2140 mm |
