1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1130 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | Ami | Continental |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |
