1991 Eagle Summit vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1991 Eagle Summit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Eagle Summit weights approximately 550 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Eagle Summit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Eagle Summit | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Eagle | Toyota |
| Model | Summit | Publica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2170 mm |
