2006 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 85 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Publica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1165 cc |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |