1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 1968 Opel Diplomat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1962 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Diplomat 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 1968 Opel Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen Ami | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Ami | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |