1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1969 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 155 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 678 kg |
