2000 AC Aceca vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 826 kg more than 1976 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Aceca | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2170 mm |
