2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 655 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S-MX | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
