1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 615 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 Tesla Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Citroen Ami, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Citroen | Tesla |
| Model | Ami | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2352 mm |
