2003 Honda NSX vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda NSX weights approximately 675 kg more than 1978 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 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda NSX | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Publica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |