1974 Toyota Publica vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Publica | 146 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1351 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
