2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 40 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
