2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1660 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 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2140 mm |
