2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (160 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
