2000 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 295 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, 2000 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Publica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |