2009 Kia Carens vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 34 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 760 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, 2009 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carens | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
