1973 Toyota Publica vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 36 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 875 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, 2009 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Publica | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Publica | S40 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 2521 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |