1981 GMC Jimmy vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1981 GMC Jimmy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Jimmy | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Jimmy | Publica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2140 mm |
