1971 Fiat 850 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1978 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2270 mm |
