1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 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 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 831 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ami | V50 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 57 L |
