2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 2,778 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1111 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 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2140 mm |
