1991 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 13 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 170 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, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Applause | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Applause | Publica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
