1954 Buick 40 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 965 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | 40 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 755 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2270 mm |
