1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 70 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
