2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 490 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Siena | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
