2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 929 kg more than 1963 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 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Crossfire | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
