1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 13 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 922 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 1975 Plymouth Volare 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 1975 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | Ami | Volare |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2870 mm |
