1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Toyota Publica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Publica weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2270 mm |
