2009 Kia Cerato vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cerato (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 619 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 Kia Cerato (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cerato | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cerato | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
