1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen AAC weights approximately 754 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 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm) has 723 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ami | AAC |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
