1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 37 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 571 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1390 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | Vantage | Publica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2140 mm |