2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Korando | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
