1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 415 kg more than 1978 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, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Berlingo | Publica |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |