1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 772 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Publica | C5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
