1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 38 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 823 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Publica | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
