1976 Toyota Publica vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 31 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Publica | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |
