1962 Ford Cortina vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Cortina weights approximately 23 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Publica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
