1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1972 Toyota Publica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 886 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2170 mm |
