2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 831 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Gallardo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2170 mm |
