1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 703 kg more than 1977 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 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
