1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 33 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 680 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Publica | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2789 mm |
