1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 40 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 960 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | Ami | CL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 65 L |
