1958 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 655 kg more than 1974 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 Mercedes-Benz SC (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Publica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
