1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1987 Audi 4000
To start off, 1987 Audi 4000 is newer by 24 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Because 1987 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1987 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1987 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Ami | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
