2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1590 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 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Ascender | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2140 mm |
