1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 16 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 52 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 515 kg more than 1977 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Berline | Publica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
