2006 Renault Clio vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 450 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 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2140 mm |
