2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 44 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1887 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2140 mm |
