1998 Ford Focus vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 20 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 363 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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Publica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |