2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 910 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.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 61 L |
