2009 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Vibe | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Vibe | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
