1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 435 kg more than 1971 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 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | Publica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
