1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1995 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 769 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Panda (34 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Panda weights approximately 100 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Fiat Panda (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Publica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
