1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 1 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Publica (63 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 245 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Publica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
