1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 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, 1997 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Duna | Publica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
