2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 1,164 cc, 1976 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i10 (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 245 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 Hyundai i10 (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | i10 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |
