2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 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 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 941 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.
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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Publica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8195 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |