1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 48 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 850 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 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Ami | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |
