1977 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 255 kg more than 1977 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Publica | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Publica | Panda |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1248 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2310 mm |
