1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 120 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Publica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2270 mm |
