2009 Kia Opirus vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Kia Opirus 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Opirus weights approximately 1142 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 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Opirus | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Opirus | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
