1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 Toyota Crown is newer by 17 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Crown (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 790 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.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (191 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Crown |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
