1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,165 cc, 1973 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Publica weights approximately 65 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 35 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |
