1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 271 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Publica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
