1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 157 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
