1979 Citroen Visa vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1979 Citroen Visa is newer by 14 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 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen Visa weights approximately 142 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, 1979 Citroen Visa, 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, 1965 Toyota Publica (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Publica |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |