2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 806 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
