1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 774 kg more than 1973 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Publica |
Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1165 cc |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |