1971 Jensen SP vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1971 Jensen SP is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | SP | Publica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
