1964 Austin Princess vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1964 Austin Princess is newer by 3 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1600 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Princess | Publica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2140 mm |
