1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1335 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Ami | Sienna |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 252 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |