1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1963 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 90 | Publica |
Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |