1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1970 Toyota Publica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 655 kg more than 1970 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Publica |
Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |