1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1961 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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2140 mm |
