2005 Holden Combo vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Holden Combo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Combo (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Combo should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Combo weights approximately 445 kg more than 1975 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 Holden Combo (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Combo | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Combo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
