1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1500 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 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 |
