2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 497 kg more than 1975 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
