1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 265 kg more than 1971 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Publica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
