1991 Holden Commodore vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1991 Holden Commodore is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 885 kg more than 1965 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Publica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2140 mm |
