1985 Fiat Panda vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Panda (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Panda weights approximately 110 kg more than 1961 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, 1985 Fiat Panda (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Panda | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 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 |
