1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Strada weights approximately 225 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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Strada | Publica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
