2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-150 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1971 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 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-150 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2170 mm |
