2007 Mazda Tribute vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Mazda Tribute is newer by 44 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 1073 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 2007 Mazda Tribute 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, 2007 Mazda Tribute 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, 2007 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda Tribute | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
