1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Festiva weights approximately 31 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Festiva | Publica |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1165 cc |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2270 mm |