2005 Honda Civic vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 500 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 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Publica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2140 mm |