1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 302 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GT | Publica |
Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |