1978 Toyota Publica vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. Both 1978 Toyota Publica and 1971 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,166 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 95 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 780 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 |
