1974 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 765 kg more than 1978 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Publica |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2270 mm |