1971 Morris Marina vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1971 Morris Marina is newer by 10 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 345 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, 1971 Morris Marina (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Marina | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Marina | Publica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2140 mm |
