1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1971 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
