1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2006 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1130 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 2006 Dodge Dakota 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen Ami | 2006 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Ami | Dakota |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 319 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 83 L |