2004 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 595 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Publica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |