1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1995 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1995 Seat Toledo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Toledo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1961 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1995 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Ami | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
