1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 571 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, 1950 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1950 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 2-Litre | Publica |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2270 mm |
