1961 Toyota Publica vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 635 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Toyota Publica | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Publica | 146 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2600 mm |
