1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 565 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.
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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Argento Viva | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Argento Viva | Publica |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2170 mm |