1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 41 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami.
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, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ami | Charade |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 36 L |
