2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1974 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Citroen C3 (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
