1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 1963 Citroen Ami is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 2073 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Daimler DE 36 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 1946 Daimler DE 36. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | Citroen | Daimler |
| Model | Ami | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3740 mm |
