1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 46 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 732 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |
