1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 738 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ami | Golf |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
