1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 11 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 532 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Publica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
