2007 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 628 kg more than 1975 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 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Publica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |