1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 637 kg more than 1973 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Publica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
