1958 Ford Consul vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 19 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, 1977 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 334 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Publica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
