1960 Holden FC vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1961 Toyota Publica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Holden FC (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FC weights approximately 400 kg more than 1961 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 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FC | Publica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2140 mm |
