1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 412 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.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
