1999 Infiniti I vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Infiniti I is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti I weights approximately 755 kg more than 1978 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 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Infiniti I | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | I | Publica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |