1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1978 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Publica weights approximately 305 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
Model | Electrina | Publica |
Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2270 mm |