1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 9 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 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 45 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ami | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Ami | Corsa |
Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |