2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 480 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 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2140 mm |
