2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 619 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 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
