1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1012 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ami | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
