1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 9 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 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 280 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, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (130 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ami | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
