1973 Toyota Publica vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 375 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Publica | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1867 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |
