1980 Holden Statesman vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1980 Holden Statesman is newer by 18 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 1142 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, 1980 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Statesman | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Publica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2140 mm |
