1987 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 175 kg more than 1974 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 BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Publica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
