1975 Toyota Publica vs. 2005 Kia Visto
To start off, 2005 Kia Visto is newer by 30 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 1,164 cc, 1975 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Visto weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Publica | 2005 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Publica | Visto |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 794 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2390 mm |
