1978 Toyota Publica vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 423 kg more than 1978 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Publica | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1975 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
