1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1964 Renault Dauphine is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault Dauphine (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault Dauphine should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Renault Dauphine weights approximately 12 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Renault Dauphine (57 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1964 Renault Dauphine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ami | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 38 L |
