1998 Nissan Skyline vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Nissan Skyline is newer by 35 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 920 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1998 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Skyline | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2569 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2140 mm |
