1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 670 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |
