2008 Opel Signum vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Opel Signum 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum 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 1963 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 1963 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Signum | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Signum | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
