2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 31 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 560 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
