1978 Toyota Publica vs. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 17 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 540 kg more than 1978 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, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 1995 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Toyota | Venturi |
| Model | Publica | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2458 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
