2007 Renault Trafic vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Trafic | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Trafic | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2170 mm |
