1995 Lancia Dedra vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1995 Lancia Dedra is newer by 34 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 590 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, 1995 Lancia Dedra (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Dedra | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Dedra | Publica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2140 mm |
