1996 Proton 400 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 35 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 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 495 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, 1996 Proton 400 (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 400 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |
