1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 23 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 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 320 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 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ami | 205 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 110 L |
