1961 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 49 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 892 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Toyota Publica | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Publica | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2730 mm |
