2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 984 kg more than 1962 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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
