2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
