1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 30 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 785 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Publica | 166 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3177 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
