1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 638 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 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | GTI |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2578 mm |
