1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | Publica |
Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |