2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 720 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |
