2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 2128 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 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Defender | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |