1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 32 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Sandero (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 356 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, 2010 Dacia Sandero (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Toyota | Dacia |
| Model | Publica | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2600 mm |
