1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1971 Toyota Publica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 38 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 513 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm). This means 1955 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
