2000 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 695 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 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota RAV4 | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
