1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 700 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 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Publica | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2685 mm |
