1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 29 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 845 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.
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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Ami | Previa |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |