1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 842 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Publica (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 133 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica.
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 Toyota Publica (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 133 | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 133 | Publica |
Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2170 mm |