1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 28 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 765 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Publica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
