2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 43 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 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 549 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 697 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
