1997 Nissan Crew vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1997 Nissan Crew is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Crew weights approximately 660 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Crew | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Crew | Publica |
Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2140 mm |