2005 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | L 200 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2170 mm |
