1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 480 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Publica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2140 mm |
