1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 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 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 780 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 325 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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 895 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotec C 1000 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lotec | Toyota |
| Model | C 1000 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5498 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
