1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 460 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto, 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
