1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 19 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 475 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Ami | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
