1996 Acura NSX vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Acura NSX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura NSX weights approximately 615 kg more than 1973 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Publica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |
