2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 360 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma, 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
