1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 51 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 810 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen Ami | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Ami | Impreza |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 331 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |