2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 24 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Citroen C 15 (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
