1965 Porsche 912 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Porsche 912 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1974 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 Porsche 912 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Porsche 912 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 912 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |
