1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 24 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 595 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
