1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 211 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | Publica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
