2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 34 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 858 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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
