1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 457 kg more than 1978 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 75 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
