1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1962 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfa 6 | Publica |
Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2140 mm |