1964 Porsche 904 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Toyota Publica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Publica weights approximately 105 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Porsche 904 (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1964 Porsche 904 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Porsche 904 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 904 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
