2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 600 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe, 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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
