1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Ami | Corolla |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |