1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1978 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Publica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2270 mm |
