1997 Honda NSX vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 788 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Publica |
Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |