1961 Toyota Publica vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 42 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 615 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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Toyota Publica | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Publica | Bora |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2520 mm |