1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfasud | Publica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
