2009 Ford Focus vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 541 kg more than 1978 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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 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 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |