1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 47 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 973 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (315 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Ami | C5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |
