1955 Austin-Healey 100 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-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 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-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
