1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1548 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | Lagonda | Publica |
Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2170 mm |