1985 Toyota Model F vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 622 kg more than 1969 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, 1985 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Model F | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Model F | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2170 mm |
