1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1972 Toyota Publica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 586 kg more than 1972 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:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Berline | Publica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
