1997 Rover 800 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1997 Rover 800 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 800 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1976 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 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 800 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 800 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
