1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 485 kg more than 1970 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Corona 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Corona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2590 mm |
