2001 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 402 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic, 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, 2001 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
