2005 Citroen C vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 44 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 560 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, 2005 Citroen C (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2140 mm |
