2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 750 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
