1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 858 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, 2011 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Publica | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1364 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
