1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 1030 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 Lancia Phedra (308 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Ami | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
