1998 Honda S-MX vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 577 kg more than 1974 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S-MX | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
