1999 AC Aceca vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 835 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Aceca | Publica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2170 mm |