1976 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 801 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Publica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2170 mm |
