2001 Ford Taurus vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Ford Taurus is newer by 40 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Taurus (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Taurus weights approximately 925 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, 2001 Ford Taurus (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Taurus | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |
