1972 AMC Matador vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 11 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 1125 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, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Matador | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2140 mm |
