1974 Renault 12 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 13 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 370 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, 1974 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2140 mm |
