1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 37 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Life weights approximately 170 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 1999 Honda Life 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, 1999 Honda Life 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, 1999 Honda Life (57 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen Ami | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Ami | Life |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 57 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |