1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 45 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami.
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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (271 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2007 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Ami | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |
