1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1961 Toyota Publica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 740 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2140 mm |
