1961 Toyota Publica vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 45 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 545 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, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Toyota Publica | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Publica | Terios |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2430 mm |
