2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 48 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 1,150 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 495 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2140 mm |
