1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 42 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1165 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Ami | Montana |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 95 L |
