1978 Toyota Publica vs. 1976 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 1976 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1192 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
