2004 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 955 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 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 03-Sep | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 03-Sep | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2140 mm |
