1951 Buick 40 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 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick 40 (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 880 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 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | 40 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2270 mm |
