1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Publica | i20 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1396 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2525 mm |
