2005 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 808 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 1963 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (220 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
