2002 Subaru Outback vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 25 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 735 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Publica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
