2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 845 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 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2140 mm |
