1975 Honda 1300 vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Honda 1300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,296 cc, 1975 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda 1300 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 790 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2170 mm |
