2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 681 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Avalanche | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |