1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1973 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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
