1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1974 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 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
