2003 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 445 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
