1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 225 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Publica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
