1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1795 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Toyota |
| Model | Silver Spur | Publica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2170 mm |
