1996 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Marcia 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 595 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 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Marcia | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Marcia | Publica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
