1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 31 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 721 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, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2690 mm |
