1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 146 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
