2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 775 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 1963 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
