1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 730 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 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1996 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen Ami | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Ami | Legacy |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 170 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |