2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz 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 1,337 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 316 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
