1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 660 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Ami | 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Ami | U4 B |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 60.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |