2003 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 247 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 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Aero 8 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
