1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 1992 Porsche 928 is newer by 30 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 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 1000 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 1992 Porsche 928 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 1992 Porsche 928. 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Ami | 928 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 86 L |
