1975 Toyota Publica vs. 1981 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1981 Lancia Trevi is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 390 kg more than 1975 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, 1981 Lancia Trevi (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Publica | 1981 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Publica | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1585 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
