1975 Toyota Publica vs. 2009 Citroen C1
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 34 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 1,164 cc, 1975 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 110 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, 1975 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Publica | 2009 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Publica | C1 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 998 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
