1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 420 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Ami | 200 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
