1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 43 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 730 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (300 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ami | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |
