2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 595 kg more than 1976 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
