1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2009 Fiat Siena 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Siena weights approximately 450 kg more 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, 2009 Fiat Siena (102 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Ami | Siena |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 54 L |
