2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 211 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Publica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |