1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
