1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1972 Toyota Publica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 646 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Publica |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |