1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
