2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 44 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1135 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 75 L |
