1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1974 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Publica | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1368 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2300 mm |
