1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1993 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 990 kg more than 1976 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, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bristol Blenheim | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | Blenheim | Publica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
