1966 Ford Lotus Cortina vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina weights approximately 325 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 Ford Lotus Cortina (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Lotus Cortina | Publica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2140 mm |
