2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 281 kg more than 1978 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, 2005 Ford Bantam (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 755 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
