1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 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 45 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Publica weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Publica |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |