2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B4000 | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B4000 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
