1976 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 892 kg more than 1976 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Publica | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Publica | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 5000 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
