1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman is newer by 8 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin Mini Clubman weights approximately 58 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, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Austin Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Mini Clubman | Publica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2140 mm |
