1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (524 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo 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.
Because 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ami | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 524 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
