1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 800 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Publica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2140 mm |
