1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 15 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 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 565 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 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ami | Taft |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2030 mm |
