1985 Fiat Vivace vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Fiat Vivace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Vivace | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Vivace | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |
