2009 Ford Escape vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
