2003 Subaru Outback vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 42 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 890 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Outback | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2140 mm |
