1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 725 kg more than 1970 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Ami | Hilux |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |