2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 29 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 1,166 cc, 1978 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 95 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, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
