1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 39 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 764 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
