2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 105 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
