1993 Opel Calibra vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 635 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 Opel Calibra, 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 Opel Calibra (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Calibra | Publica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2140 mm |
