1996 Honda CRX vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 295 kg more than 1976 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 CRX (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CRX | Publica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |