1958 Ford Prefect vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Prefect weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | Publica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |
