1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1560 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 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 XC90 (400 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ami | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
