1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Volvo 260 is newer by 17 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 730 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 1980 Volvo 260 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 1980 Volvo 260. 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, 1980 Volvo 260 (218 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ami | 260 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
