1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
