1969 Lotus Elan vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lotus Elan weights approximately 134 kg more than 1974 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 Lotus Elan (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elan | Publica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 889 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
