1995 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 17 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 230 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, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Scoupe | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Scoupe | Publica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |
