1976 Fiat 127 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Fiat 127 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,165 cc, 1973 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Publica weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 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, 1973 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 127 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |
