1973 Toyota Publica vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 535 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Publica | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Toyota | Venturi |
| Model | Publica | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
