2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 715 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2003 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
