2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 417 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
