2009 Subaru Forester vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 715 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 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Forester | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
