1974 Opel Kadett vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1978 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Kadett weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Kadett | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Publica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
