2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Drifter | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 789 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2170 mm |
