1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1971 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1971 Toyota Carina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Carina weights approximately 330 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Carina 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 1971 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1971 Toyota Carina (135 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1971 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 1971 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Ami | Carina |
Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 135 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |