1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Toyota Celica is newer by 32 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Celica (169 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Celica weights approximately 677 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, 1994 Toyota Celica (186 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1994 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Celica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 59 L |
