2004 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 30 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 365 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, 2004 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1164 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 | 1120 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
