1975 Honda Z vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1978 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Publica weights approximately 245 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Z | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Publica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
