1982 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1982 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 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 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Publica weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Publica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2270 mm |
