1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,984 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 543 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1404 mm |
