2004 Mazda 6 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 665 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 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
