1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 50 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1214 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
