1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1987 Maserati 420
To start off, 1987 Maserati 420 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 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 420 weights approximately 555 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 1987 Maserati 420 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 1987 Maserati 420. 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, 1987 Maserati 420 (258 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1987 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen Ami | 1987 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | Ami | 420 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 258 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |