1996 Honda Today vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 25 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 790 cc (2 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Today weights approximately 35 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.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Toyota Publica (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Today | Publica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |