1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 469 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 Mercedes-Benz 190 (153 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 190 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
