1966 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1966 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 5 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bizzarrini GT weights approximately 100 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, 1966 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini GT | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Publica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2140 mm |
