1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1976 Porsche 912 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 912 (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 466 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 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. 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, 1976 Porsche 912 (134 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1976 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Ami | 912 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2280 mm |
