2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 43 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1220 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Seville | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2140 mm |
