1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 405 kg more than 1974 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Tempra | Publica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
