1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 406 is newer by 38 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 750 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, 2000 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2000 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ami | 406 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
