1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1984 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1984 Toyota Cressida is newer by 21 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 550 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 1984 Toyota Cressida 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 1984 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1984 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1984 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 1984 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Ami | Cressida |
Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 162 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |