2005 Toyota Stallion vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Stallion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2005 Toyota Stallion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Stallion (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Stallion should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Stallion weights approximately 661 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Stallion (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Stallion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Stallion | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Stallion | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 790 cc |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 675 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
