2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 2101 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Five Hundred | Publica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2270 mm |