1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy
To start off, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is newer by 41 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (133 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy weights approximately 130 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 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (178 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen Ami | 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy | |
Make | Citroen | Pininfarina |
Model | Ami | Enjoy |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 178 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1080 mm |