2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1961 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 C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2140 mm |
