1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1384 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2840 mm |
