2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nubira | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
