1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1961 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, 1998 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |
