2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Doblo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 515 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Fiat Doblo (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Doblo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
