1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1987 Honda Accord
To start off, 1987 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Accord weights approximately 495 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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1987 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Ami | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
