2005 Fiat Croma vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 27 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 850 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, 2005 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
