2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 32 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 495 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
