1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 29 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 175 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Uno | Publica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2140 mm |
