1984 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1984 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Civic weights approximately 400 kg more than 1975 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 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Publica |
Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |