2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 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 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
