1963 Toyota Publica vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Toyota Publica | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Publica | 166 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
