1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 719 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Publica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
