2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B 10 | Publica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2140 mm |