2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
