1998 Plymouth Neon vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon is newer by 33 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 530 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, 1998 Plymouth Neon, 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 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Plymouth Neon | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Neon | Publica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 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 | 5850 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |