1997 Fiat Punto vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1997 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1974 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Punto weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Publica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
