2009 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 211 kg more than 1976 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 Ford Focus (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
