2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 45 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1090 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 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1670 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
