1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 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 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1964 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 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 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 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 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 | 2520 mm | 2140 mm |
