1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1961 Toyota Publica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Toyota Publica weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Abarth 850 (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 850 | Publica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |