2005 Citroen C vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 425 kg more than 1973 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 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
