2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 465 kg more than 1977 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, 2002 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Doblo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
