2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 878 kg more than 1974 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 Subaru B9 Tribeca (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | B9 Tribeca | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
