1980 Fiat Panda vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1980 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat Panda (33 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat Panda weights approximately 135 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Fiat Panda (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat Panda | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Publica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 770 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
