1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 400 kg more than 1961 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Citroen Ami 2002 Toyota Corolla
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Ami Corolla
Year Released 1961 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 602 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 22 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 43 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 620 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 25 L 60 L