2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2500 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2140 mm |
