1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,165 cc, 1973 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Publica weights approximately 220 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 750 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
