1969 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1969 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 710 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Campagnola | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Campagnola | Publica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
