2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 660 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
