2000 Skoda Fabia vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 395 kg more than 1975 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Fabia | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
