1994 Mazda Midge vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1994 Mazda Midge is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Midge (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Midge weights approximately 264 kg more than 1975 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, 1994 Mazda Midge (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Midge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda Midge | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Midge | Publica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
