1987 Citroen AX vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 26 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 245 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, 1987 Citroen AX (110 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Publica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2140 mm |
