2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 48 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 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 1125 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Brera | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2140 mm |