2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
