1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1976 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Publica weights approximately 75 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 30 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 30 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |
