1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 16 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 734 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 610 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
