2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1961 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2140 mm |
