1965 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Toyota Publica | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Publica | C4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
