1991 Rover 100 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 100 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1977 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 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
