1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 500 kg more than 1961 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfetta | Publica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2140 mm |
