1978 Toyota Publica vs. 1980 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1980 Zastava 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 1980 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Toyota | Zastava |
| Model | Publica | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
