1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 620 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Publica |
Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |