1974 Datsun 260Z vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, both 1974 Datsun 260Z and 1974 Toyota Publica were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 445 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Datsun 260Z | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Datsun | Toyota |
| Model | 260Z | Publica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2581 mm | 2270 mm |
