1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1984 Toyota Soarer is newer by 22 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 560 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 1984 Toyota Soarer 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 1984 Toyota Soarer. 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, 1984 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1984 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1984 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |
