1994 Saab 900 vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 29 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 740 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, 1994 Saab 900, 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 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Saab 900 | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
