1981 Citroen LN vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen LN weights approximately 130 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN, 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, 1962 Toyota Publica (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Publica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
