1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 605 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Publica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
