1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 49 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 580 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 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (177 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen Ami | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Dacia |
Model | Ami | Duster |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 177 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |