1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 35 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 949 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Publica | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3983 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2838 mm |
