1986 Saab 9000 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1986 Saab 9000 is newer by 25 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 725 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, 1986 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Saab 9000 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2140 mm |
