1984 Lancia Trevi vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1984 Lancia Trevi is newer by 23 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 565 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, 1984 Lancia Trevi (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Trevi | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Trevi | Publica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2140 mm |
