1978 Ford Capri vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 361 kg more than 1973 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Capri | Publica |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1165 cc |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |