2005 Renault Avantime vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Renault Avantime 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 1140 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 Renault Avantime, 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 Renault Avantime (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Avantime | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Avantime | Publica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |