1961 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 49 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 766 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Toyota Publica | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | Golf |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2578 mm |
