1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 110 (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1977 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 110 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2270 mm |
