2007 Opel Signum vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 932 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum, 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, 2007 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Signum | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
