1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 45 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 665 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (230 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
