1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia (175 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Ami | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2737 mm |
