1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 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 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Aurelia | Publica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
