1996 Fiat 126 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1975 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Publica weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |
