1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1971 Toyota Publica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 291 kg more than 1971 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Cabriolet | Publica |
Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2170 mm |