1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 10 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 994 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Citroen Ami is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen Ami (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 250 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1969 Citroen Ami (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Citroen Ami will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ami | Taft |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
