1972 Fiat 127 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1976 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Publica weights approximately 67 kg more than 1972 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 127 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 688 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |
