1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1972 Toyota Publica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 527 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 190 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
