1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 27 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 405 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Publica | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Publica | Polo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1896 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |