1974 Toyota Publica vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 565 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 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 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 156 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Publica | 156 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2491 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2600 mm |
