1995 Acura Integra vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Integra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Integra weights approximately 495 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | Integra | Publica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2170 mm |
