1984 Austin Montego vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 265 kg more than 1974 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, 1984 Austin Montego (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Publica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
