1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Bristol 603 is newer by 15 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 603 (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 1205 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, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 603 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2140 mm |
