2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Publica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |