2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 32 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Exige weights approximately 175 kg more than 1973 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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Exige | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
