1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 17 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1080 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 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ami | Toronado |
Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 278 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |