2005 Holden Caprice vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica.
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, 2005 Holden Caprice (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Caprice | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
