1961 Steyr 500 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1974 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Publica weights approximately 275 kg more than 1961 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Steyr 500 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 488 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |
