1999 Honda Z vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 790 cc (2 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 285 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Toyota Publica (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2170 mm |
