1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1981 Fiat Vivace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 230 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1981 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Vivace | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Vivace | Publica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2140 mm |
