1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1961 Toyota Publica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1961 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, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 55 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2140 mm |
