1965 Fiat 500 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Toyota Publica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1975 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Publica weights approximately 215 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 500 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2270 mm |
