2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 34 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 1,165 cc, 1973 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
