1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 220 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
