2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 47 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B2300 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2300 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2140 mm |
