1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 35 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 925 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
| Model | Publica | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4700 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1241 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2600 mm |
