1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 540 kg more than 1962 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 Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Publica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2140 mm |
