2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 589 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Stilo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
