2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 37 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1088 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Publica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 61 L |
