1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 50 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1376 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.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen Ami | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Ami | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 376 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 87 L |