1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1976 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | MK IX | Publica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
