1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 15 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1120 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.
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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Longchamp | Publica |
Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2140 mm |