1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 1370 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 Honda Element 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 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (217 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Ami | Element |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
