2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 39 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 620 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, 2003 Fiat Idea, 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, 2003 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
