1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1964 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, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 696 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |
