2002 GMC Sierra vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 GMC Sierra is newer by 41 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1690 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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Sierra | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Publica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2140 mm |
