2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 379 kg more than 1976 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 Fiesta (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
