1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 625 kg more than 1962 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (210 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Ami | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
