1985 Holden Drover vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 23 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 330 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.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover 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, 1985 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Drover | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2140 mm |
