2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Doblo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 600 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Doblo, 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, 2002 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Doblo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
