1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1989 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1989 Dodge Spirit is newer by 26 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 696 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, 1989 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1989 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Ami | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
