1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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 91 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1976 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
