2005 Mazda B2300 vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2300 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 778 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, 2005 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B2300 | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | B2300 | Publica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 54 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |