2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 31 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 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
