1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 1007 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 1007 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 623 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, 2007 Peugeot 1007 (160 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2007 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2007 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Ami | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
