1996 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 345 kg more than 1977 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 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Publica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
