1967 Riley Kestrel vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1978 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 133 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Riley Kestrel | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | Kestrel | Publica |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
