1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1600 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Ami | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |
