1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1991 Toyota Previa is newer by 28 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 2,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 995 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, 1991 Toyota Previa (206 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1991 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Previa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |
