1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 395 kg more than 1972 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Corona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
