2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 610 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 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2170 mm |
