1976 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1279 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 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Publica | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Publica | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |
