1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 640 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda 626 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2140 mm |
