1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 39 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 775 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Publica | ATS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2775 mm |
