1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 4 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 50 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulia | Publica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2140 mm |
