2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 631 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 Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
