1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 33 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 870 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Kappa | Publica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2140 mm |
