1983 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 340 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 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
