2001 Nissan MM vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1977 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, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | MM | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2270 mm |
