1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 235 kg more than 1962 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
