1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia 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 6 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Familia weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | Publica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2270 mm |
