1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 590 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Publica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
