1961 Toyota Publica vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 47 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 775 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Toyota Publica | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2670 mm |
