2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 711 kg more than 1961 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, 2004 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2140 mm |
