1975 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 285 kg more than 1977 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Publica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
