1973 Toyota Publica vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Publica | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1583 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
