1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 44 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 985 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1969 Citroen Ami has manual transmission. 1969 Citroen Ami will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Venza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |
