1975 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 35 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 542 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, 2010 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Publica | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Publica | Forte |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2649 mm |
