1971 Fiat Dino vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 720 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | Publica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2170 mm |
