1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 33 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 949 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Ami | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Ami | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 79 L |