1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 47 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 245 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, 2008 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Ami | Aygo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |