1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 705 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.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Ami | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
