1970 Toyota Publica vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 435 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Vitz (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Publica | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |
