1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 178 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 1977 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Celica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
