1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1974 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 99 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
