1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS is newer by 40 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 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FXS weights approximately 680 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 2002 Toyota FXS 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 2002 Toyota FXS. 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, 2002 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | FXS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
