1991 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 345 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Applause | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Applause | Publica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
