1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Publica weights approximately 75 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Publica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
