1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Toyota Publica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 499 kg more than 1975 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 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zephyr | Publica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2270 mm |
