1961 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1487 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, 2012 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Toyota Publica | 2012 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Publica | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2860 mm |
