1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 19 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 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1075 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.
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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ami | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 88 L |
