1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Toyota Publica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1975 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Publica weights approximately 167 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
