1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Avanti Avanti is newer by 1 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 825 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Avanti Avanti | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Publica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
