1978 Ford Capri vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 17 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 430 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, 1978 Ford Capri (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Publica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2140 mm |
