1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 43 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1690 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.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1961 Citroen Ami has manual transmission. 1961 Citroen Ami will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 96 L |
