2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 34 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 749 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
