1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1976 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
