1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 27 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1030 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Publica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2140 mm |
