1957 Riley Pathfinder vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1961 Toyota Publica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 955 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, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Riley Pathfinder | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Publica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2140 mm |
