1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fiat 1500 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 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 |
