1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2003 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 1035 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, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
