1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1961 Toyota Publica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1961 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, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 1900 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2140 mm |
