1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 39 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2001 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ami | Galant |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
