2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 685 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Fiat Sedici (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Sedici | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
