1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1975 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
