1999 AC Cobra vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Cobra weights approximately 270 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2270 mm |
