2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1867 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.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
