2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 710 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Eclipse | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2348 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
