2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1630 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2270 mm |
