2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
