1998 Porsche Boxster vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 495 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, 1998 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche Boxster | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
