2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 822 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
