1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 34 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1465 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Publica | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Publica | Carnival |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2901 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2910 mm |