1978 Subaru Rex vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Subaru Rex 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 696 cc (2 cylinders), 1961 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 29 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Toyota Publica weights approximately 45 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Toyota Publica (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Subaru Rex | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Rex | Publica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2140 mm |
