2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 30 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 525 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
