2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 385 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
