2006 Lexus IS vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 45 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 925 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, 2006 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2140 mm |
