2005 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (182 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 770 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 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 05-Sep | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 05-Sep | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
