2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Citroen Saxo 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 1,164 cc, 1974 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |
