1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1974 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
