1983 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 22 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chrysler New Yorker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 615 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, 1983 Chrysler New Yorker (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler New Yorker | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2140 mm |
