1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 620 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Publica | 6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
