1969 Saab 99 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 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Saab 99 weights approximately 315 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 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Saab 99 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 99 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1707 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
