1972 Fiat 130 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 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
