1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,369 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2170 mm |
