1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1964 Lancia Flaminia 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 940 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 Lancia Flaminia (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flaminia | Publica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |
