1983 Ford Orion vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Ford Orion is newer by 5 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Orion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Orion weights approximately 121 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, 1983 Ford Orion (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Orion | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Orion | Publica |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |