1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 504 is newer by 11 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Peugeot 504 (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 544 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 1973 Peugeot 504 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 1973 Peugeot 504. 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, 1973 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1973 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ami | 504 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
