1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 217 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Publica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
