2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 325 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 Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Strada | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
