1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 28 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | Publica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2140 mm |
