1972 Toyota Publica vs. 1987 TVR S
To start off, 1987 TVR S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 TVR S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR S (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR S should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR S weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 TVR S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 TVR S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Publica | 1987 TVR S | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Publica | S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 790 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2290 mm |
