1954 Ford Popular vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Publica weights approximately 20 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Popular | Publica |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2270 mm |
