1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1602 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1602 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1976 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 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1602 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
