1997 Nissan Almera vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1997 Nissan Almera 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Almera (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Almera weights approximately 290 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 Nissan Almera (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Almera | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Almera | Publica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |
