2003 Lotus Exige vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 29 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotus Exige weights approximately 25 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, 2003 Lotus Exige (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotus Exige | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Exige | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
