1990 BMW 316 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 12 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 325 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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
