2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
