1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 628 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Publica | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Publica | 3 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2639 mm |