1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 50 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (148 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami.
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, 2012 Honda CR-V (350 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Ami | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |
