1999 Subaru Forester vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 805 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 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Subaru Forester | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Publica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2140 mm |