1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 20 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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 500 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, 1998 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Marea | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
