1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2004 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 30 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 705 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2004 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Publica | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2198 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
