1957 Fiat 1400 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 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1400 (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
