1987 Audi 80 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 26 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 440 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, 1987 Audi 80 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2140 mm |
