2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 629 kg more than 1975 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 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
