1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 33 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 601 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
