1958 Ford Consul vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1961 Toyota Publica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Consul (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 509 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, 1958 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Consul | Publica |
Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |