1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1961 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami. 2010 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1961 Citroen Ami has manual transmission. 1961 Citroen Ami will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | Ami | A4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |