2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 1053 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 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 Subaru B9 Tribeca (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | B9 Tribeca | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
