2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1975 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 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
