2004 Honda Z vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Honda Z 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 1,165 cc, 1973 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Z weights approximately 205 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
