1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1973 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
