1984 Fiat Regata vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1984 Fiat Regata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Regata (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Regata weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 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, 1984 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Regata | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Regata | Publica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
