2008 Opel Vivaro vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 1097 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vivaro | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vivaro | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2140 mm |
