2007 Acura TL vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 46 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 870 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2140 mm |
