1961 Toyota Publica vs. 1969 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1969 Triumph Herald is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,145 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph Herald (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph Herald weights approximately 200 kg more than 1961 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, 1969 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Toyota Publica | 1969 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Publica | Herald |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2320 mm |
