1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 438 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Publica | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Publica | Civic |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1800 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |