1961 Lancia Flaminia 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 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 685 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, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flaminia | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flaminia | Publica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2270 mm |
