2001 Mazda Laputa vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa is newer by 26 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 1,164 cc, 1975 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Publica weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Laputa | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Laputa | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
