2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1965 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 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
