2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 32 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 860 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 159 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
