1994 Lada Samara vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1994 Lada Samara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Samara weights approximately 342 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lada Samara, 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, 1994 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Samara | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara | Publica |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2140 mm |