1990 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 15 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 425 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corsica | Publica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
