1960 Ford Zodiac 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 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 436 kg more than 1978 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zodiac | Publica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
