1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 104 is newer by 14 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 104 (80 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 104 weights approximately 190 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.
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, 1976 Peugeot 104 (109 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1976 Peugeot 104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ami | 104 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2240 mm |
