1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 310 kg more than 1961 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Publica |
Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2140 mm |