1987 Citroen AX vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1974 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Publica weights approximately 41 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Publica (95 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 1974 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Publica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
