1997 AC Cobra vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 AC Cobra weights approximately 271 kg more than 1978 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Publica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2270 mm |
