2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 weights approximately 425 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 MazdaSpeed3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MazdaSpeed3 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
